Brother Can You Spare a Dime?: Music and Society in 1930s America
The tumult of the 1930s can hardly be exaggerated. Americans struggled through the Great Depression, the Dust Bowl, labor conflict, and the clouds of war in Europe. Despite this turmoil, the era also saw the development of rich American musical genres such as Swing, Urban Blues, Country, and modern Gospel. Dr. Gregg Kimball and Cluny Brown will explore the songs of the era, and how the music lifted spirits, expressed everyday struggles, and conveyed hope for the future. Program held in partnership with Henrico County Recreation and Parks, History Division.
See more programs in our 1930s Open House series.
- Date:
- Sat Dec 3rd 2022
- Time:
- 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
- Location:
- VA Meeting Room
- Library:
- Varina Area Library
- Audience:
- Adults All Ages
- Categories:
- Lectures & Talks Performances
